Writing notes to support delivering a speech in a debate
I can follow a structure to write notes that will help me deliver a speech in a debate.
Writing notes to support delivering a speech in a debate
I can follow a structure to write notes that will help me deliver a speech in a debate.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- When making a speech in a debate, a person should have written notes to help them.
- Notes do not need to be written in full sentences.
- Notes should not be read word for word.
Keywords
Point - A point is an idea or reason to support your opinion.
Explanation - An explanation means giving reasons to help someone understand an opinion.
Proof - Proof refers to the evidence used to support an opinion.
Summary - A summary will briefly recap the main points of an argument.
Notes - Notes are brief, concise and often abbreviated records of information.
Common misconception
Pupils often want to write their speech down word for word.
There often isn't time to write a speech word for word when preparing for a debate. Therefore, notes should be used instead.
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